Gel Extensions
Our gel extensions are sculpted from a soft gel that is easy to soak off and lasts over four weeks. A healthy alternative to traditional acrylics that you can achieve yourself.
Gel Extensions
How To Apply
Gel Extensions
QRD's revolutionary gel extension system makes it easy to add length to your nails. Follow these eleven easy steps to extend your canvas.
Prep
Cuticle Pusher
Push down your cuticles with your cuticle pusher.
Prep
Cuticle Nipper
Trim your excess cuticle with the nipper.
Prep
Buffer Block
Lightly etch the surface of your nails with the buffer block to remove the shine and create a surface for the solid gel extension glue to adhere to.
Prep
Cleaning Brush
Remove all the excess dust off your nails with the cleaning brush.
Prep
Gel Extensions
Size the tips by placing it on top of your nail and ensuring that it covers your nail side wall to side wall.
PRO TIP: if you are in between sizes then choose the bigger size and file it down to fit your nails.
Prep
Buffer Block
Buff the base of the non-contact surface of each tip so that it blends in with the cuticle area and looks flush after application.
Prep
Primer
Apply a thin layer of primer to your nails and wait a few seconds for it to dry.
Prep
Base Coat
Apply a thin layer of base coat to your nails. Cure for 60 seconds under the lamp.
Application
Solid Gel Extension Glue
Scoop the solid gel extension glue onto the contact surface using the base of the extension and spread it out using a cuticle pusher.
Application
Gel Extensions
Place the extension tip on the nail, starting at the cuticle area at a 45 degree angle. Push the tip down firmly towards the free edge of your nail until it remains in place. Repeat on each finger.
Cure
LED Curing Lamp
Cure under the LED Curing Lamp for 60s.